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Unleash the Fun: Indoor Activities for Kids Near Ann Arbor

Are you looking for indoor fun for kids near Ann Arbor? We’ve got you covered whether it is a rainy day, cold wintry day, or super hot summer day. These indoor children’s activities near us are also great for the smoky days with the Canadian wildfires this week.

Our events calendar includes all of the great indoor events near Ann Arbor. Addtitonally, there are plenty of Indoor Family Activities near Ann Arbor that you can enjoy anytime.

Ann Arbor Indoor Activities

Did we miss some of your favorite Ann Arbor Indoor Activities? Let us know in the comments and we’ll be sure to add them to the summary.

Indoor Play Locations

During the long winter months and increasingly hot summers, it is always a great idea to have a plan for indoor play where the kids can still get their energy out.

Epic Indoor Play Near Ann Arbor: Bounce, Climb, Imagine & More

There are plenty of fun indoor play spaces near Ann Arbor where kids can jump, climb, run, and explore. Perfect for when the Michigan weather takes a turn – sub-zero temperatures in winter, rainy days, sweltering summer days, or poor air quality days from distant wildfires. From sensory-friendly gyms to trampoline parks and play cafés, […]

Thurston Community Players 50th Production: Rollin' on the Riverboat - Cartoon of white and red riverboat flying an American flag on a river with green trees on the far bank

Thurston Players Rollin’ on the Riverboat

Saturday & Sunday March 7 & 8

Pi(e) & a Pint - Saturday, March 14 1-4p Corner Brewery, Ypsilanti Ticket includes 2 slices of pizza & a beer or refreshing N/A beverage Buy a slice or a pie to take home from one of several local bakeries. Indoor Mini-Golf Family-Friendly Event Proceeds directly support home delivery of nutritious meals and vital wellness checks for homebound seniors in our community! - images of Pi, pies, pizza, and beer and Arbor Brewing Company logo

Pi(e) & a Pint

Saturday, March 14 – Get Your Tix Now

Book Sale - March 25-28, 2026 9a-8p Huge Book Sale in Ann Arbor Quality Books, Quality Prices 1000s of Awesome Books, DVDs, Puzzles, & Games, The Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds Building A 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Find important information in event details.

HUGE JLC Book Sale

Wednesday-Sunday, March 25-28

Celebrate March is Reading Month - orange-red-pink ombre background with 3 books - Who's Jim Hines, The Colored Car, and How it Happens by Jean Alicia Elster - and a photo of the author

Use Your Voice with Jean Alicia Elster

Friday, March 27

Visit a Museum

Visiting a museum is great indoor fun for family near Ann Arbor. There are so many options to choose from. I love that there are also several we can visit for free. The preschool room at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is a great place for preschoolers to play indoors!

Our Top 5 Ann Arbor Area Museums for Kids

Museums are a great choice year round. They are a great option for rainy summer days (or really hot days when the air conditioning is a welcome relief). They are also a great option for freezing cold winter days. There are a number of great museums in and around Ann Arbor that are a great […]

We have lots of great museum options in the Ann Arbor Area. Just be careful if it’s Monday. Several of the museums are closed that day.

Indoor Sports

Are you looking for indoor activities near you for teens? Indoor sports are great for teens – and kids of all ages. Check out bowling alleys, fowling, swimming, and skating.

Bowling

Bowling is always a great indoor activity year round. There are several bowling options in the Ann Arbor area.

Score a Strike Bowling at Ann Arbor’s 7 Best Alleys

Get in the fast lane to fun at these Bowling Alleys in Ann Arbor area. Bowling is a great family activity that can appeal to a wide range of ages. With bowling ramps and bumpers, even preschoolers can have fun bowling. Bowling is a great option for cold winter days, hot summer days, or rainy days year round. While […]

Ice Skating

There are several indoor ice rinks in the Ann Arbor area plus the Buhr Park rink which is outdoor but covered. Several operate year round, others are only open in the colder months. Check out our Ice Skating Guide for more details.

Skate Your Heart Out: Unmissable Ice Skating Near Ann Arbor

There are several Ice Skating Rinks Near Ann Arbor. These include both indoor ice rinks available year round or seasonally, and outdoor rinks. As a child, my bus route home from school went past a park where they created a natural rink each winter. I would check the status to see if it was safe […]

Swimming

You can swim all year with indoor pools. Check out our Indoor Swimming Guide.

Swim Year Round at These Indoor Pools Near Ann Arbor

Yes, there are a number of Ann Arbor Indoor Pool where you can swim year round! There’s nothing like a taste of summer on a cold winter day – until you have to go back outside. Find an Indoor Swimming Pools Near You Are you looking for an Indoor Swimming Pool? Check out the map to […]

Other Sports

Gaming Fun

Growing up in the 80s, the arcade was always a hit indoor activity for teens near us. Here in Ann Arbor, we have our own Retro arcade in Pinball Pete’s.

Game On Time! 7 Best Family Fun Arcades Near Ann Arbor

Introduce the kids to retro fun at the 7 best arcades in Ann Arbor to take your kids? Whether you’re planning a fun outing with elementary schoolers or teens, there are a number of arcades to choose from. From retro pinball machines to state-of-the-art arcade games, these spots offer something for every gamer in the […]

Just down the road is the UM Video Game Archive. There you can check out a game on the latest system, or a wide variety of classic systems.

Or, go less tech heavy and check out one of the escape rooms in the area!

Travel Around the World in 80 Days at Decode Ann Arbor

Over Thanksgiving Weekend we visited Decode Detroit's Ann Arbor location to travel Around the World in 80 Days. Decode Detroit has been voted a top 10 escape room in the...

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Joining the Aurora Society at Decode Ypsilanti

This weekend we visited Decode Ypsilanti for their Aurora Society escape room. Decode has been voted a top 10 escape room in the USA by the readers of USA Today....

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Or check out one of the other escape room locations

Movies

Movies are always a great indoor activity. During summer, there are a number of morning kids series which are perfect for a rainy day.

Now Playing

New this wekeend is Scream 7 (rated R). I can’t believe they’re on 7 movies! The Emagine Winter Kids Movie switches to Migration on Friday, February 27. It is the last movie in the series and runs through March 5.

  • EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert – PG-13
  • GOAT – PG
  • I Can Only Imagine 2 – PG
  • Solo Mio – PG
  • Zootopia 2 – PG
  • Avatar: Fire and Ash – PG-13

Upcoming Movies

Check out the list of movies coming soon for kids, teens, and families.

  • March 6 – Hoppers – PG
  • March 20 – The Pout-Pout Fish – PG
  • April 3 – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie – PG
  • May 1 – Animal Farm – PG
  • May 1 – The Devil Wears Prada 2
  • May 8 – The Sheep Detectives – PG
  • May 22 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu
  • June 5 – Masters of the Universe
  • June 19 – Toy Story 5
  • June 26 – Supergirl
  • July 1 – Minions 3
  • July 10 – Moana
  • July 17 – The Odyssey
  • July 31 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Nature Indoors

You can still experience nature indoors.

Check out Matthaei Botanical Gardens – note the linked review covers both the indoor conservatory and outdoor children’s garden.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens – Wednesday Activity Review

This review of Matthaei Botanical Gardens is part of our Summer Series: Wednesday Activity Reviews. While visiting this weekend, my mother-in law suggested visiting the Matthaei Botanical Gardens. My daughter had just been on a Girl Scout field trip which she loved. She loved her field trip and couldn’t wait to show us everything that […]

Spend a couple hours with the Cats at Tiny Lions Cat Cafe.

Tiny Lions lounge and adoption Center

Ann Arbor’s cat café, the Tiny Lions lounge and adoption Center (or “TLC” for short!) is an offshoot of the Humane Society of Huron Valley—a place where kids young and old can visit with kittens and cats in a comfy space. While all the felines there are available for adoption, there are no strings attached!

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Indoor Events for Today

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March 1
10:00am-4:00pm
Fool U! FoolMoon Luminary Making Workshops
at Hathaway’s Hideaway, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
11:00am-11:30am
Arabic Storytime
at Traverwood Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
11:00am-5:00pm
Brick Bash
at Skyline High School, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
11:00am-11:45am
Kids Move: Little Kids
at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
12:00pm-3:00pm
Critter House Open Hours
at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI
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March 1
12:00pm-12:45pm
Kids Move: Big Kids
at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
12:00pm-4:00pm

U-M Medical History Exhibit


at Museum on Main Street, Ann Arbor Michigan
This free exhibit celebrates the Medical School's 175th anniversary, and the 100th anniversary of the "Old Main" hospital that was U-M's flagship for more than 60 years. It runs on weekends through April 30. Kids and grownups can explore artifacts including 1800s surgical kits, a 1910s wheelchair, early scientific equipment...Read More
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March 1
1:00pm-2:00pm
Origami Jumping Frog
at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
1:00pm-2:00pm
Pom Pom Ball Launcher
at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
1:00pm-1:45pm
Young Scientists!
at Malletts Creek Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
2:00pm
12 Angry Jurors
at The Well Church, Saline Michigan
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March 1
2:00pm-3:00pm
Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation - Presented by Detroit Institute of Arts
at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
2:00pm
Frozen Jr
at Jane Tasch Theater, Pinckney Michigan
March 1
2:00pm-6:00pm
Open Swim
at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
March 1
4:15pm-5:15pm
Family Swim
at Goldfish Swim School, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 1
6:00pm-7:30pm
Washtenaw International Middle Academy (WIMA) Information Session
at Washtenaw International High School, Ypsilanti Michigan

Indoor Events for Tomorrow

Date/TimeEvent
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March 2
10:30am-11:30am
Baby Playgroup
at Malletts Creek Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 2
10:30am-11:30am
Jumpstart Storytime
at Ypsilanti District Library – Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti Michigan
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March 2
10:30am-11:30am
Little Ones Storytime
at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan
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March 2
10:30am-11:00am
Preschool Storytimes
at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
March 2
11:00am-12:30pm
Open Swim
at Beach Middle School, Chelsea Michigan
March 2
12:30pm-4:00pm
Open Swim
at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 2
3:00pm-4:00pm
Beat Production
at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 2
4:00pm-6:00pm
Visual Arts Council
at Neutral Zone, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 2
4:30pm-5:30pm
LEGO Club
at Dexter District Library, Dexter Michigan
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March 2
6:00pm-7:30pm
Sewing Lab: Using PDF Patterns with Rae Hoekstra
at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 2
6:30pm-7:45pm
Emerging Writers Workshop: Step By Step Revision
at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
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March 2
7:00pm
Summer Activities Fair
at Earhart Administration Building, Ann Arbor Michigan
March 2
7:30pm-9:00pm
Open Swim
at Mack Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
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